EPISODE · Jul 20, 2025 · 14 MIN
Tide Talk: Finding Common Ground With Javon & Jeff
from WaveMaker · host Jeff Fisher
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Another Episode of Tide Talk — the short-form podcast series from Ride The Wave Foundation, hosted by Jeff Fisher and Javon Blue.This episode focuses on a foundational Wave Maker principle that builds bridges in every interaction: 👉 Find Common GroundWhether you're mentoring someone, starting a conversation with a stranger, or leading a team, finding something in common — even something small — can lower defenses, invite openness, and build trust faster than anything else.🎙️ In this 15-minute episode, you'll learn: • Why the brain is wired to trust people who feel “familiar” • How to quickly identify shared interests or experiences • Real-world stories from mentorship and outreach • The emotional value of mutual humanity • Practical tips to connect with anyone — even in hard situations📚 Social research shows that even one perceived similarity increases interpersonal trust by 60%. When we connect through shared values or stories, we create safe space for truth, healing, and growth.📘 Want to go deeper? Grab the Wave Maker book by Jeff Fisher → https://www.amazon.com/Wave-Maker-Jeff-Fisher/dp/B0D4KKKBWD🌊 Learn more at www.ridethewave.org 📲 Follow @RideTheWaveFoundation on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Threads & more 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music🙏 If this episode moved you, please rate, share, and tag someone who always knows how to find connection.#TideTalk #FindCommonGround #WaveMaker #JeffFisher #JavonBlue #MentorshipMatters #RideTheWave #Buzzsprout #SpotifyPodcast #ApplePodcasts #LeadershipWithHeart #EmotionalIntelligence #ConnectionMatters #ThePathIsToThePerson #ShortPodcast #ConversationSkillsSupport the showThank you for riding the wave with us! If this conversation resonated, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with your community. Your support helps us spread messages of unity.© 2025 Ride the Wave Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
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Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Another Episode of Tide Talk — the short-form podcast series from Ride The Wave Foundation, hosted by Jeff Fisher and Javon Blue. This episode focuses on a foundational Wave Maker principle that builds bridges in every interaction: 👉 Find Common Ground Whether you're mentoring someone, starting a conversation with a stranger, or leading a team, finding something in common — even something small — can lower defenses, invite openness, and build trust faster than any...
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